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Aboveground Tank Locations for Motor Vehicle Fuel Dispensing
Coffee Break Training - United States Fire Administration
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/coffee-break/cb_fp_2012_7.pdf
Environmental regulations intended to protect ground water and prevent pollution provide a challenge for fire safety advocates. While it has long been recognized that underground tanks are a safer option for fire protection, if they deteriorate over time or are damaged, they can cause significant environmental harm.
One solution that pairs environmental protection with convenience is the advent of what are known as “protected” aboveground storage tanks—like the one shown today—that have been tested to withstand severe fire conditions.
These tanks are a popular option for small vehicle fleet operators and other industries where motor vehicle fueling operations are required.
In order to prevent significant fire exposure in the event of a leak or spill occurring during refueling operations, all aboveground tanks (including protected tanks, fire-resistant tanks, tanks in noncombustible vaults, and nonrated tanks) must be located so that fire dangers are minimized.
The following table summarizes the separation requirements between these tanks and other exposures. There are differences between the model codes, so be certain to reference the legally-adopted code for your jurisdiction.
Coffee Break Training - United States Fire Administration
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/coffee-break/cb_fp_2012_7.pdf
Environmental regulations intended to protect ground water and prevent pollution provide a challenge for fire safety advocates. While it has long been recognized that underground tanks are a safer option for fire protection, if they deteriorate over time or are damaged, they can cause significant environmental harm.
One solution that pairs environmental protection with convenience is the advent of what are known as “protected” aboveground storage tanks—like the one shown today—that have been tested to withstand severe fire conditions.
These tanks are a popular option for small vehicle fleet operators and other industries where motor vehicle fueling operations are required.
In order to prevent significant fire exposure in the event of a leak or spill occurring during refueling operations, all aboveground tanks (including protected tanks, fire-resistant tanks, tanks in noncombustible vaults, and nonrated tanks) must be located so that fire dangers are minimized.
The following table summarizes the separation requirements between these tanks and other exposures. There are differences between the model codes, so be certain to reference the legally-adopted code for your jurisdiction.